Failing to tackle mental health problems among people with conditions such as diabetes and heart disease is costing the NHS billions every year, researchers have said. Those with long-term health problems are two to three times more likely to also suffer mental health issues than the general population. This can include depression and anxiety, or [...]
Archives: 10 February 2012
February 10, 2012
February 10, 2012
Baby knows best: Baby-led weaning promotes healthy food preferences
ScienceDaily (Feb. 9, 2012) A new study by psychologists at The University of Nottingham has shown that babies who are weaned using solid finger food are more likely to develop healthier food preferences and are less likely to become overweight as children than those who are spoon-fed pureed food. The research just published by [...]
February 10, 2012
Pentagon attacks obesity with new food choices
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas (Reuters) – Obese Americans in the military are a national security hazard and U.S. first lady Michelle Obama wants to see that change. Obama, who has led a healthy eating and fitness program for children for two years, lent her voice on Thursday to the military’s efforts to overhaul the food it [...]
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